Jewish holidays

Hanukkah: What is the significance of the dreidel?

That innocent little top, with a Hebrew letter carved on each side, carries within it a great deal of Jewish history and inspiration.

In a wide price range: This is what the menorahs for the upcoming holiday will look like

Illuminating hearts, inspiring hope: The international Judaica and silverware brand Hazorfim presents the 2024 Hanukkah collection.

By WALLA! HOME , DESIGN
29/12/2024
A HANUKKIAH, certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest, is lit on the first night o

Hanukkah is the season of Jewish pride

Jewish pride is the ability to live with Jewish confidence, stemming from a connection to Judaism that adds value and meaning to one’s life.

By SAMANTHA VNOKOR-MEINRATH
29/12/2024

Hanukkah: The history of the menorah and hanukkiah seen in ancient manuscripts

The tradition of building up to lighting eight oil lamps (plus one shamash, or servitor) over the Hanukkah period began in the 2nd century CE.

By DAVID GEFFEN
29/12/2024

Hanukkah and light: The psychological benefits of positive thinking

Lighting the Hanukkah candles becomes an act of defiance against despair, a symbol of unwavering faith, and a reminder that even in the darkest times, the Jewish people can glow brightly.

The Persian winter solstice tradition of Yalda pairs perfectly with Hanukkah

Erev Yalda: Merging Hanukkah and Persian solstice traditions for a festive celebration of light and community.

By RACHEL SUMEKH/ JTA
28/12/2024

No menorah? No problem: Chabad’s video program brings Hanukkah to all

Bringing light to all: Chabad’s Hanukkah video program shares joy and meaning in spaces where candles can’t burn.

Hanukiah at the Western Wall

We need to find the crack in the darkness

Only through the cracks can the light begin to seep in.

What Christmas celebrations can teach Jews about observing Hanukkah

Christmas celebrations were a staple of my childhood and shaped my Jewish identity in ways I didn’t fully understand at the time.

By RABBI ADINA ALLEN/JTA
23/12/2024
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